Gordian III was a Roman emperor who ruled from 238 to 244 AD. He was the youngest sole Roman emperor at the age of 13. Throughout his rule, coins were used to establish Gordian III’s legitimacy and fitness to rule. Due to his young age, Gordian had little military experience with no real position and therefore, deities such as Virtus were a common figure presented on his coin. Gordian spent most of his reign fighting on the frontier while his father-in-law exercised the authority of the emperor on his behalf. He reigned lasted for six years until he died in battle.
Roman Gordian III Silver Antoninianus Pendant in a Silver Frame
£ 135.00
A fine Gordian III antoninianus pendant featuring the coin set in a modern silver frame, with a loop attached at the top for suspension. The front of the pendant features the coin’s obverse, a bust facing right wearing a radiate crown and drapery with the legend IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. The reverse displaces the god Jupiter standing frontal, looking right and holding a sceptre in his right hand and a thunderbolt in his left. Around the figure is the legend IOVI STATORI.
Condition: Fine condition.
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| Weight | 7.4 g |
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| Dimensions | L 3 x W 2.3 cm |
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